A utility bill is a monthly statement showing the total balance of a household’s use of an essential service, such as electricity, water, or natural gas. Read more.

While it may vary depending on each individual’s financial situation, paying rent with a credit card typically has bigger disadvantages than advantages. Read more.

VantageScore® and FICO® are both credit scoring models but have some key differences. Read on to learn how the two compare and impact your credit score. Read more.

Ways to rebuild credit include: keeping your credit utilization ratio low, using a secured credit card, and becoming an authorized user. Get started right away. Read more.

Do you need a social security number to file taxes? Here’s everything you need to know about the required documentation for filing accurately during tax season. Read more.

If you’re applying for a time-sensitive loan, a lender may be able to use a rapid rescore to update your credit report quickly to show recent positive changes. Read more.

Opening a new bank account likely won’t affect your credit. Banks use ChexSystems to screen your banking history, which doesn’t impact your credit score. Read more.

A guide for beginners with no credit history: Explore credit builder loans, secured credit cards, rent reporting services, and more with Self. Read more.